Stanley Park Walking Tour: Totem Poles, Seawall & Beaver Lake
Totem poles, the Seawall, forest trails and a hidden lake most visitors miss
A guided walking tour of Stanley Park in Vancouver covers the Rose Garden, the totem poles at Brockton Point, the Seawall with views of the Lions Gate Bridge and North Shore Mountains, and Beaver Lake tucked in the forest. Your guide shares the history of the poles and the park, which sits on the lands of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, and offers local tips for the rest of your trip.
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Stanley Park highlights walking tour
- Learn about Vancouver's Hollywood ties
- Visit the Rose Garden
- See Indigenous totem poles
- Walk through Stanley Park forest trails
- Stroll along the Seawall with views
- Explore Beaver Lake in the forest
- Visit former Salvation Army site
- See the 9 O’Clock Gun landmark
- View the Chehalis Cross Memorial
- Visit Empress of Japan memorial
- Admire Lions Gate Bridge views
What’s included
- Guided walking tour with a local guide.
- easy and direct route to all the highlights.
- passionately researched history, ecology and culture of Stanley Park.
- local recommendations and tips for the rest of your trip.
Times
- Tuesday and Wednesday 10:00
Before you book
Operated by Vancouver Toonie Tours Ltd.
Prices and times updated 8 days ago
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The experience
Stanley Park is larger than Central Park, but most visitors see only a fraction of it. A local guide walks you through the highlights in a single morning, starting in the Rose Garden where over 3,500 rose bushes bloom in summer. From there you head to Brockton Point, the park's most photographed spot, where your guide explains the meaning and history of the Indigenous totem poles: one of BC's most visited sights.
The route follows the Seawall along the water, where you pass the Girl in a Wetsuit statue, the dragon figurehead from the Empress of Japan, and the Nine O'Clock Gun at Brockton Point, a cannon that has fired every night since 1898 to signal the time to ships in the harbor. As you walk, you take in views of the Lions Gate Bridge and the North Shore Mountains across the inlet. The path is stroller-friendly and runs rain or shine.
The tour ends where many visitors never venture: deep in the forest at Beaver Lake, a quiet, lily-covered lake where locals go to spot beavers, herons and raccoons. Your guide shares recommendations for the rest of your time in Vancouver, and the whole outing takes about two and a half hours.
Is this one for you?Choose the language that suits you at checkout (English or Spanish), and your guide will share the history and ecology of the park in your preferred language throughout the walk.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (under 13).
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What are the totem poles at Brockton Point and why are they there?
The totem poles at Brockton Point are one of BC's most visited sights. Your guide shares their meaning and the history of the poles, which stand on the lands of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
Is Beaver Lake easy to find on your own, or is a guide worth it?
Beaver Lake is tucked deep in the forest and is a spot many visitors miss entirely. A guide takes you straight there and shares the local knowledge of where to spot wildlife like beavers, herons and raccoons along the way.
What is the Nine O'Clock Gun and when did it start firing?
The Nine O'Clock Gun is a historic cannon at Brockton Point that has fired every night since 1898, originally to signal the time to ships in the harbor. It remains a well-known symbol of Vancouver's maritime history.
Can I bring a stroller or do I need to be very fit for this walk?
The route is stroller-friendly and suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the pace is easy throughout.
Stanley Park Walking Tour: Totem Poles, Seawall & Beaver Lake
2h 30m · EN · ES
from CA$ 50 per person
≈ US$ 35 in your currency
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